DIY
If you're the sort of person who loves hitting the pool as soon as the sun comes out, then you've probably had your fair share of fun with a pool noodle or two. You know - those long styrofoam thingies that come in a range of different colours and allow you to float in the pool.
But what you probably didn't know about pool noodles is that they're actually incredibly versatile. They can be used to make a variety of crafty creations from fun decorations to inventive children's toys.
1. Lightsabers
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Be one with the force with these fun - and safe - lightsabers!
2. Life-size Lincoln Logs
Credit: Pinterest / Staci Rizzo
A cheap and easy playhouse for little ones!
3. Truffula Trees
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If your kids love The Lorax, these Truffula Trees are a welcome addition to playroom or classroom.
4. Giant candles for decoration
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Perfect for the holidays!
5. Hobby horses
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These are so much fun for racing!
6. Hotwheels racetrack
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Kids will love seeing whose car can reach the water first!
7. Water wall
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These water walls will keep kids busy for hours!
8. Cute, little headboard
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No injuries here!
9. Vase and flowers
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A lovely addition to any room!
10. Flower Garland
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A perfect decoration for summer!
11. DIY Pool Noodle Summer Wreath
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Another simple but effective decoration for summer!
12. Floating cooler
Credit: Colleen Papen
Whoever thought of this is a genius!
13. Candle decoration
Credit: Pinterest / Kiiara Sanchez
Electric candles only - and they can go in the pool!
14. DIY Playhouse
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If it's a rainy day, stay inside and play!
15. Basketball hoop for toddlers
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Make bathtimes fun again!
16. Pom Pom shooter
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My nephews absolutely love these!
17. Pool noodle paint stamps
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Perfect for craft time!
18. Cardholders
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Parents can use these for poker night, too!
19. Door guard
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No need to wake the little ones after you've just got them to sleep.
20. Extra protection on the trampoline
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This will take so much worry over kids using the trampoline!
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